Girard-Perregaux Constant Escapement Black vs. White

crown comfort · 2017-09-06T00:38:39Z

Compare the 2017 Girard-Perregaux Constant Escapement in black ceramic vs. white gold. Discover aesthetic updates, wearability, and collector preferences for this innovative timepiece.

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Crown comfort initiates a compelling discussion on the 2017 Girard-Perregaux Constant Escapement, focusing on the aesthetic and wearability updates to this technically advanced timepiece. The author prompts the community to weigh in on the preference between the all-black and white gold versions, highlighting the subtle design changes and their impact on the watch's presence on the wrist. This post serves as an excellent comparison guide for collectors considering this innovative reference.

Friends,

this year, GP slightly updated the amazing Constant Escapement. Now all versions are 46mm and almost wearable for a smallish wrist.

Slight updates had been made on the dials and for the all black version.

So the question is, which one do you prefer?

The all black?

Or the White Gold now with grey dial?

For me, I very much prefer the white gold version (damn that makes this dream even less reachable) as it combines the sophistication of white gold precious metal with the technical modernity, a contrast I like.

And even the white gold is of course much much heavier, for some reason, it sits better on my wrist. I did notice some very minor differences on the case construction and wonder if that is the reason.

So which one would you pick?

Key Points from the Discussion

The 2017 Girard-Perregaux Constant Escapement models are all 46mm, making them more wearable for smaller wrists despite their size.
The white gold version with a grey dial is preferred by the author for its sophisticated contrast between precious metal and technical modernity, and it surprisingly sits better on the wrist despite being heavier.
Beyond black and white gold, other versions of the Constant Escapement include a black case with a non-all-black dial, Pink Gold, and Titanium, offering a wide range of choices.
The white gold version is generally favored for its superior contrast, which better enhances the 'Triple Bridges' and the hour sub-dial.
The all-black version of the Constant Escapement is seen by some as more fitting for a 'concept watch' due to its technical aesthetic.
A black dial on the Constant Escapement creates a sense of mystery, requiring close inspection and enhancing the owner's private enjoyment, while making the red-tipped seconds hand stand out.

The Discussion

Alkiro1

Sep 6, 2017

The "Triple bridges" are better enhanced for me. Same for the hour sub dial. Thanks for the shots of this rare and unusual timepieces dear CC. Best wishes Alkiro

john c

Sep 6, 2017

....white gold for me. John.

crown comfort

Sep 6, 2017

I must say, that the all black is also very cool, and probably better in real than on photos, but I agree, I prefer the WG too.

Alkiro1

Sep 6, 2017

Great minds think alike as we use to say 😉 Best wishes Alkiro

amanico

Sep 6, 2017

The CE is such a concept watch that Black works better for me. Well, truth to be told, any of these 2 would make my day, week, month, year and even century! Best, Nicolas

KMII

Sep 6, 2017

But after seeing all pictures, I have to say white gold as well. Only seen it live once (in WG), so I do not have that comparison but I still feel the white gold is more pleasing. Even if I would prefer the weight of the black

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